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answered on Mar 18, 2019
It may depend on whose bag it is but generally, no, they must have probably cause to open the bag. Once the bag has been opened the MJ would give them probable cause. But the US Supreme Court is currently to rule on whether the police have the right to search cell phones. That may change things.
answered on Feb 12, 2019
It will be one of the factors the jury will considered when evaluating the credibility of the witness’ testimony
Told nothe officer told me to step outside so he could make a report. We get to
His car and he puts me in back seat. I was arrested on a warrant fot a seat belt ticket. My husband had been hold my bag then he sat it down on side walk where it was left for like 15 mins. People were coming... View More 
answered on Feb 12, 2019
I am sorry to hear about your experience. I would suggest you contact a Board-Certified Criminal lawyer as soon as you can. We are Board Certified lawyers, however, we handle personal injury matters. If we can ever help you, please feel free to give us a call. 512-888-9999. Good luck.
I'm doing a project for school where I have to defended Meyers while a classmate of mine defends the State of Nebraska. I need 3 top pieces of evidence proving what they did was unconstitutional.
answered on Feb 7, 2019
Cool Simon. They deal with assignment is for you to do the work not to ask someone else to do it for you.
This is a public forum. I hope for your sake that your teacher does not also utilize this forum and discover your question.
This sounds like a violation of the honor code to me
When there are "two child advocacy video statements" made within three weeks apart of each other, with two different interviewers and by the same allege victim, which "video statement" holds the weight of credibility for the jury to determine guilt or innocence?
answered on Feb 5, 2019
Assuming both videos are shown to the jury, they will decide how to weigh the credibility of each recording. Expect each side to argue for the relative importance of their preferred video... or sometimes you'll see one side focus on the similarities between the two recordings and the other... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2018
If you have been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence then it is a violation of federal law for you to possess firearms or ammunition. US Code Title 18 Section 922(g)(9)
It is also a federal crime for a person to sell you a firearm (or even gift it to you) if... View More
I was pulled over and given a warning for not having a front license plate. The officer gave me a warning but said he had to contact the state I am wanted in to see if they wanted to extradite. They said yes and I spent 4 days in jail but they never came to get me
answered on Sep 20, 2018
Count your blessings that the other state chose not to seek your extradition
tiny hamburger served at each meal. and its warmed in another room after being taken out of package. wrapped in brown paper towel and set on the bars or food service slot. I was there for 3 days and not one time was it cleaned so no doubt the bars are unsanitary. And I was so hungry. upon release I... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2018
Well three days will probably not get you there as for damages. Section 1984 of the Civil Rights Act prohibits deprivation of rights under color of law but yo must prove damages. Sorry but I doubt you would have sufficient damages.
The current fence between my neighbor and I is 6-8ft tall and has a rod iron opening in the middle of it. Sense acquiring the property instantly I noticed the neighbors windows see directly into my entire back yard and I have absolutely no privacy. On several occasions the neighbor's let me... View More
answered on Aug 6, 2018
You will need to check with your HOA and your City Development Department for the codes on fences.
Then there is a hallway with what considered my back door that leads to the hallway with a restroom and then another door that leads to another bedroom and in his hallway is another door that leads to outside the only thing shared that me and the other unit B share is the restroom in the hallway... View More
answered on May 15, 2018
If contraband is in plain sight and viewed by law enforcement, an arrest can be made.
answered on May 3, 2018
You are not an adult until you turn 18, so you must live where your parents dictate until you become an adult.
I didn't invite them in but the cops entered my home an arrested me while I was asking what the warrant was for?
answered on Apr 16, 2018
If they have a warrant for your arrest and you answered the door or they saw you inside, they can come in for the limited purpose of arresting you. That does not entitle them to search, seize or investigate any further than taking you into custody, though.
answered on Feb 21, 2018
To understand this sentence fragment, you have to read the next bit after the comma ...
Basically it means that felony cases must be formally charged by grand jury indictment, rather than by citation, complaint & information, or some other charging instrument.
Both affidavit stated that I had nothing to do with the burglary of a habitation what motion can I file to get a bond
answered on Feb 11, 2018
You have 2 separate issues. 1) Are the allegations contained in the motion to revoke true, and, 2) before a hearing on the motion is held, can you be granted bond during pendency of the matter. I would have to review the motion to revoke on the first issue, and would have to know the history of... View More
I called FBI, state police , Texas rangers, governors, no one interviewed me, except the mental health services, now they have been using synthetic telepathy to integrate , harassing, threats against me and telling me to drop the lawsuit,and I'm not sure if I have one. I am being discriminated... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2018
There is a myth about law enforcement not being able to cross State or County lines. If what this Deputy did was legal in New Mexico, then it is legal in Texas. You may contact a personal injury/civil rights attorney in your area and discuss the specific facts regarding any potential civil... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2017
This is a fairly vague question; however, the phrase means that a person cannot be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process. "Due process" means a variety of things depending on the situation.
If the deed is in her name if I probate will it go in my name so I can sell the house
answered on Oct 11, 2017
I'm sorry for the loss of your mother.
Mortgages and probate can get quite complicated. You will need to consult with a probate attorney that also understands about property division in divorce. You also need to obtain a copy of the divorce decree in order for the attorney to review... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2017
When a person wants to defend themselves the judge has to decide whether the person is competent in the sense that they understand the system well enough not to hurt themselves too badly. This is different from whether they are competent in the psychological sense.
Being incompetent to... View More
evidence(expert witness testimony)was withheld during a civil trial by attorney and again by district clerk, what can I do?
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answered on Aug 16, 2017
Too little data and facts to assess this. If the effort is worth it, contact a Texas appellate lawyer, ASAP, before time runs out to appeal, and see if a viable claim exists.
One of the bonds has been raised instead if lowered. And the inmate is a first time offender 20 years old she has been waiting a year for this reduction.
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answered on May 15, 2017
A judge may reduce the bond if her attorney files a motion to reduce bond. It's up to the judge. If she has been in jail over a year, it might be a good time for a judge to consider a bond reduction, especially if the trial delay was the result of the state.
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